Assistant Accountant

Permanent Assistant Accountant Based in Stoke Salary c.£25,000 Study Support

Your new company
Your new company are a leader in their field based in Stoke on Trent and are looking for an Assistant Accountant to join their team on a permanent basis.

Your new role
Your new role will include but not be limited to;

• Preparation of Customer weekly accounts and KPI's including open book reconciliations
• Assist Accountant in completion of weekly and month end accounts
• Assist Accountant in completion of month end balance sheets and open book reconciliations
• Assist with collation of annual budget and quarterly forecasts
• Production of sales invoices and debt information
• Management of purchasing process
• Support payroll functions, particularly during peak periods
• Support cover of Reporting Assistant, other Assistant Accountant and Accountant roles when required (holidays etc)

What you'll need to succeed

• A part qualified Accountant would be preferable but relevant experience will be considered.

• Developed numerical and literacy skills are essential, combined with ability to translate financial / commercial issues to a non-financial audience

• Highly PC literate in particular with particular emphasis on excel skills

• Strong interpersonal skills in order to develop effective relationships within the customer internal businesses

• An influential and challenging individual, able to motivate and develop self and others

• High levels of personal drive, to both work independently and to balance the demands of a major contract. Ability to work within a rapidly changing environment.

What you'll get in return
You will receive a salary based on experience of c.£25k, study support, on site parking, working hours of 8-4 Monday to Friday and a fantastic team working environment.

What you need to do now
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